Summer in Inuvik brings the surreal experience of the Midnight Sun where the region experiences 56 days of continuous daylight from late May through mid-July. This natural phenomenon creates ideal conditions for exploring the dramatic tundra landscape and the nearby Mackenzie River Delta, one of the largest in North America. Adventurers can paddle through winding channels, spot migratory birds, or visit Tuktoyaktuk via the Inuvik-Tuktoyaktuk Highway.
A moving sight...literally. Hubbard Glacier's recent nickname "the galloping glacier" refers to its rapid movement through Disenchantment Bay in the direction of the Gulf of Alaska. This tidewater glacier is a natural wonder over 6 miles wide! Those on ships are usually able to get within about a half mile of Hubbard Glacier's face.
Langtang National Park lies just north of Kathmandu, yet it feels far removed from the city’s pace. As Nepal’s first Himalayan national park, it stretches from lush river valleys to high alpine ridges close to the Tibetan border. Snow-covered peaks such as Langtang Lirung rise above forests of oak, maple, and rhododendron, creating dramatic shifts in scenery over short distances.
The Caribbean Sea, a gem nestled between the Caribbean islands and the coastlines of Central and South America, offers a breathtaking escape into a world of azure waters and tropical allure. Encompassing over 2.5 million square kilometers, this sea is renowned for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and idyllic islands.
M’Hamid El Ghizlane sits deep in southeastern Morocco’s Sahara, where the paved road ends and endless sands begin. Travelers often arrive from Zagora, taking in the wide palm groves fed by ancient irrigation channels that show how people have sustained life here for centuries. At sunrise and sunset, the dunes glow with waves of gold and copper, offering unforgettable views few places on earth can match.